“Wanted to be traded to Indiana,” Charles Barkley brutally trolls James Harden as Tyrese Haliburton emerges as new superstar at In-Season tournament

Barkley trolls Harden once again, this time during the semifinal game between the Indiana Pacers and the Milwaukee Bucks.

“Wanted to be traded to Indiana,” Charles Barkley brutally trolls James Harden as Tyrese Haliburton emerges as new superstar at In-Season tournament

L-R: Charles Barkley, Tyrese Haliburton and James Harden (Via user generated content)

The NBA In-Season tournament stands out for its impactful marketing and the enthusiastic attitudes of the involved players. Teams, driven by the desire to secure the grand prize of $500k per player, have sparked a competition filled with numerous upsets and exceptional plays. The tournament serves as a stage for various teams and players to showcase their prowess and make significant contributions.

During the semifinal game between the Indiana Pacers and the Milwaukee Bucks, a crossover between ESPN’s ‘NBA Countdown’ and TNT’s ‘Inside the NBA’ unfolded. In characteristic fashion, Charles Barkley from TNT swiftly threw shades at the LA Clippers’ James Harden, showcasing his penchant for delivering verbal jabs while providing commentary on his show.

In a conversation with Stephen A. Smith, Barkley shared his thoughts on Tyrese Haliburton and his performance, stating:

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I was talking to Woj and Woj said Haliburton is playing so good, James Harden wanted to be traded to Indiana.

In a spectacular display of skill, Tyrese Haliburton propelled the Pacers to the finals with a hard-fought victory over the Bucks. Remarkably, in this game, he achieved a flawless performance with no turnovers while contributing 27 points and 15 assists. Notably, this marked the third occasion in which Haliburton recorded 25+ points and 15+ assists without committing any turnovers, showcasing his consistent excellence.

Tyrese Haliburton flying with the Indiana Pacers

This season, Haliburton has experienced a remarkable transformation, achieving career-high statistics with averages of 26.9 points, 12.1 assists, 4.2 rebounds, and an impressive FG% of 52.5 per game. This is a notable improvement compared to his last season performance, where he averaged 20.7 points, 10.4 assists, and 4.2 rebounds.

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Tyrese Haliburton (Via GQ)

Haliburton’s significant contributions have played a pivotal role in propelling the Indiana Pacers past formidable opponents on their journey to the final of the NBA In-Season Tournament, earning commendations from none other than Giannis Antetokounmpo. As he approaches the final against the Lakers, it stands as the most significant game in his four-year NBA career, highlighting the magnitude of the upcoming challenge.

The 12th pick of the 2020 NBA draft is poised to make a statement as they face the formidable challenge of the Los Angeles Lakers. Despite the tough matchup, it would be unwise to hastily dismiss the Indiana Pacers, who have established a reputation as giant killers by defeating the Boston Celtics and the Milwaukee Bucks on their journey to the final.

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